reveals he would possibly name up Italian midfielder Riccardo Cassano, 16, for Como’s away recreation at on Sunday: ‘I can’t say he’s prepared, however he understands the kind of soccer we need to play right here.’
Como U17 midfielder Cassano could also be a part of the senior squad travelling to Verona for a Serie A match on Sunday.
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Fabregas: Cassano ‘understands the kind of soccer’ Como play
Como have been spectacular in Serie A this season and are nonetheless preventing for a Champions League spot. Nevertheless, the Azzurri have additionally confronted criticism for having
Nonetheless, Como have some promising Italian gamers of their youth squad, and certainly one of them might journey with the primary crew over the weekend.
“I’m actually blissful. Once we use all these gamers, it appears we create worth. I largely watch U17 and Primavera groups. If potential, Cassano of U17 will include us,” Fabregas stated at a press convention on Friday by way of
, ITALY – APRIL 17: Cesc Fabregas, Head Coach of , seems to be on previous to the Serie A match between US Sassuolo Calcio and Como 1907 at Mapei Stadium Citta del Tricolore on April 17, 2026 in Sassuolo, Italy. (Photograph by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Photos)
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“He already skilled with us final week, and I actually appreciated it. He gave me nice satisfaction. He’s a playmaker. Yesterday, he performed with us whereas [Maxi] Perrone broke his nostril. The U17 have certified for the play-off, but when I can take him with us, I’ll do it. I can’t say he’s prepared, however he understands the kind of soccer we need to play right here. So many younger gamers prepare with us throughout the week, however after we see a participant who stands out, we’re open. He’s even from Como.”
Cassano, 16, is a central midfielder who has offered 4 assists in 25 video games throughout all competitions with the Como U17 crew this time period.
Verona are already relegated, however held Como’s rivals to a 1-1 away draw final week.
“There may be dignity. No one needs to lose video games. You may be unhappy and disenchanted since you acquired relegated, however no one offers something away,” Fabregas famous.
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“They launched counterattacks whereas taking part in with a low block in opposition to Juventus, then defended for the remainder of the sport. We have to be ready for the same match. Right this moment, probably the most tough factor is to attain in opposition to a low block. We should have the will to attain, be proactive, and never go onto the sector pondering it will likely be simple.
“I don’t actually wish to play at 12:30. We eat three hours earlier,” Fabregas concluded.
“Once we play at 15:00 [CET], we now have an activation session within the morning: gamers do stretching and mobility work, then two-against-two, after which they eat and relaxation. When the match is within the night, they relaxation.”